Northern and Central Vietnam Tour

Duration: 8 Days | 7 Nights
Tour Availability: All year round
Destination: Vietnam

Prepare for a 8-day trip to Vietnam with must-see wonders and hidden jewels from the North to the Central! Adventure and unforgettable experiences are guaranteed on this highlighted Vietnam tour!

Day 1: Arrival Ha Noi
Met at the airport and privately transferred to the hotel for refreshments (standard check in time 2:00pm). Overnight in hotel.

Day 2: Ha Noi Full Day Tour (B)
• You will have breakfast at hotel before starting a day tour to visit.
• Temple of Literature – the first university of Vietnam built in 1070. It is a superb example of traditional-style Vietnamese architecture.
• Ngoc Son Temple & Hoan Kiem Lake
• Ceramic Mosaic of Hanoi – built in 2010 to commemorate the Millennial Anniversary of Hanoi
• Tran Quoc Pagoda & West Lake
• The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum – Ba Dinh Square – The old residence of Ho Chi Minh
• One Pillar Pagoda– built between the years of 1028-1054 during the reign of Emperor Ly Thai Tong, now it is one of Vietnam’s most iconic temples.
• Walking in the Old Quarter to see the life of local people
• Enjoy an hour Water Puppet show

Note: At Ho Chi Minh mausoleum visit outside only on Monday and Friday

Day 3: Hanoi – Tam Coc Caves – Mua Cave (B)
Your trip begins with a 2 hrs drive to Ninh Binh to visit the ancient capital of Vietnam from 968 AD to 1010 AD during the Dinh and early Le Dynasties. You’ll visit two small temples of the Kings, each of which is nearly a thousand years old. You continue to explore Tam Coc caves by a traditional boat rowing among the limestone mountains... you may need to prepare a hat, sun cream, and camera to shoot some memory pictures of the trip. After the boat trip, you will visit Mua Cave – climb up 500 stone steps to the top of mountain and see the panoramic view – enjoy the fresh air and taking the memorable photos. Later, you will transfer back hotel in Hanoi.

Day 4: Hanoi – Ha Long Bay Cruise (B/L/D) – shuttle bus, station guide on board
Early rise – breakfast – take a drive on a countryside road through the paddy fields to Ha Long Bay, one of New Seven Natural Wonders. Upon arrival at the harbor, you will board a traditional boat – set sail through the limestone islands – have a nice seafood lunch – take a sampan ride to visit a traditional fishing village – return to the boat and attend a short cooking class – time to rest on the upper deck at sunset – enjoy a delicious dinner. The rest of the day is your leisure. Why not play cards, try your luck at fishing, watch movies or simply enjoy some drinks and chat with your friends at the bar on board.

Day 5: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Flight To Hue (B/Brunch) – shuttle bus, station guide on board
Up early – top deck – Tai Chi – light breakfast – disembark for easy exploration of the cave close by – return to your boat – check out your cabins – enjoy a nice brunch while sailing back to land. The vehicle is waiting for your transfer to Hanoi. Trips end upon the group arrives Hanoi central or your hotel. (Estimate arrival time 15:00).

Then our driver will pick you up and escort you to the airport for flight to Hue.

Arrival Hue airport, you will meet our local guide and transfer to hotel. Stay overnight in Hue.

Day 6: Hue Full Day City Tour (B)
After breakfast you will take an in-depth tour of this historical city. Today’s experiences include: Cau Ngoi Village – the countryside market - The Hue Old Citadel, which contains the Imperial City and the Purple Forbidden City – a leisurely boat trip on Perfume River to visit Thien Mu Pagoda – transfer by road to visit Minh Mang Tomb – return to the hotel. If time permits, you will visit incense stick and conical hat making village. Stay overnight in Hue.

Day 7: Hue – Transfer To Hoian – Hoian Walking Tour (B)
Breakfast – transfer by road along the coastal road toward Hoi An ancient town - head up the Hai Van with a stop at the top of the Pass to explore old French bunkers and take in a parting view of Da Nang and the bay – onward travel downhill and then stop at Nam O Bridge & Red Beach II (where the US Marines made their famous amphibious landing 1965) – time for rest and drinks (at your own expenses) – visit Cham Sculpture Museum – proceed to Hoi An ancient town with a visit to Marble Mountain – check in the hotel.

Then, you will take an in-depth walking tour of the most interesting sites in Hoi An, which include the Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese Assembly Halls, Tan Ky Ancient House, and The vibrant market. Stay overnight in Hoian.

Day 8: Hoian – Danang – Departure (B)
You are at leisure till transfer to the airport for flight back home. End of services.

Tour Price:
• Price shown is for a person based on twin share accommodation, for the travel period indicated.
• All prices displayed are subject to availability and can be withdrawn or varied without notice.
• Prices are guaranteed once booking is confirmed by us and paid in full by the due date.
• Depending on your needs and group size (individual, couple, family, group, etc.) we will provide the final pricing for your tour.
• Itineraries are subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions, emergencies on board or any unforeseen situation.

Inclusions:
• Transportation in private vehicle with driver (except Halong – Halong – Hanoi by shared bus)
• Hotel at mentioned, hotel at Double/ Twin room or similar
• Meal as mentioned in the program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
• Entrance fee to indicated sights
• English speaking guide (with station guide on Halong bay cruise)
• Mineral water during tour

Exclusions:
• All domestic and international flights
• Other meals, tips, drinks
• International airport tax
• Single room supplements
• Peak season surcharges
• Personal expenses
• Travel insurance, visas
• Any optional additional tours or activities during free time
• Early check in/late check- out at your hotel
• Covid test and anything related to covid

Please note:
• Pricing may be subject to availability and seasonal variations.
• All our programs must be reserved at least 30 days in advance (subject to availability).
• Customers can request a re-quote if they want to add, remove or replace any of the proposed activities.
• Airfare, either domestic or international, is not included.
• Travel insurance is not included but is recommended.

Please refer to our Standard Booking Conditions for booking terms and conditions.